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CrowdStrike's major IT outage prompts call for infrastructure investment
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investment
An IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike halted 8.5 million Windows PCs, disrupting airlines and the NHS; a fix and reboot are now advised.
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Unlocking the ingenuity of the crowd: Winning the war on cybercrime
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Enterprises are prioritising security over digital transformation as cybercrime's global cost approaches USD $9.5 trillion. Is crowdsourced security the answer?.
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Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics
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firewalls
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, cybersecurity warnings from Radware, Mandiant, Tenable, and Palo Alto Networks highlight AI-enhanced threats and the need for robust defence strategies.
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BlackBerry reveals new cyber-espionage campaign by SideWinder
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackBerry's Threat Research team exposes SideWinder’s new cyber-espionage campaign targeting Indian Ocean and Mediterranean ports, aiming for espionage.
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Veeam & Splunk enhance backup security with new integration
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dr
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ransomware
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Veeam Software launches a new extension for Splunk, offering Data Platform users free tools to enhance the security and monitoring of their backup infrastructure.
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Appdome enhances geo-fraud detection with new security features
Yesterday
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vpns
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risk & compliance
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ai
Appdome has bolstered its Geo-Fraud Detection service with Geo-Location Fencing and Geo Desync Attack Detection to better protect mobile apps from location-based fraud.
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Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences
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it training
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
As the cybersecurity landscape intensifies, Microsoft Copilot for Security emerges as a CISO ally by enhancing incident reporting, threat prevention, and team upskilling.
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Qualys unveils AI-powered API security in new WAS upgrade
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
Qualys unveils AI-driven API security features in Web Application Scanning, addressing complex vulnerabilities and offering a free 30-day Beta trial to businesses.
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Exabeam, LogRhythm merge to form AI-driven security giant
2 days ago
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advanced persistent threat protection
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siem
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ueba
Exabeam and LogRhythm merge to form an AI-driven cybersecurity powerhouse, bolstering security and enhancing threat detection capabilities.
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Radware launches DNSaaS & NoKey to boost cloud services
2 days ago
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application security
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cybersecurity
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forrester research
Radware unveils new cloud services, DNSaaS and NoKey, enhancing security and performance for organisations, offering greater control over digital assets.
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Developer trust in AI tools declines despite increased usage
3 days ago
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Developer trust in AI tools is waning despite increased usage, with only 43% trusting their accuracy.
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Kaspersky highlights the critical role of phone numbers in digital security
3 days ago
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phone numbers are now as crucial as digital fingerprints, warns Kaspersky, urging users to secure them against potential misuse and compromise.
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NormCyber launches Data Protection Risk Assessment service
3 days ago
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
NormCyber unveils a new Data Protection Risk Assessment service to help organisations uncover and fix data privacy gaps, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
3 days ago
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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ai security
The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
3 days ago
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supply chain systems
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ai security
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downtime
Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Commvault appoints Pranay Ahlawat as first CTAIO for AI focus
3 days ago
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saas
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Commvault appoints Pranay Ahlawat as its first Chief Technology and AI Officer, aiming to enhance cyber resilience through advanced AI innovations amid rising cyber threats.
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The truth about SD-WAN and how it can support businesses as they digitally transform
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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network infrastructure
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As businesses embrace digital transformation, SD-WAN provides agile, secure networking solutions, debunking myths about latency and separate security needs.
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Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software
3 days ago
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virtualisation
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casb
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breach prevention
As businesses increasingly adopt open-source software for its benefits, they face significant security risks. Effective vetting, employee education, and dedicated security solutions are essential to mitigate these dangers.
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Secure Code Warrior launch SCW Trust Agent for secure coding
4 days ago
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application security
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software development
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github
Secure Code Warrior has launched SCW Trust Agent, a new tool that assesses developer security skills for each code commit.
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Bumble introduces reporting for AI-generated profile suspicions
4 days ago
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ai
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spam
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deepfakes
Bumble introduces new tool for users to report AI-generated profiles amidst rising concerns over authenticity and internet love scams in the growing AI-era.